Title: A Stealth Action Ninja Co-op Game? Alright, I’m In Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:47:38 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/a-stealth-action-ninja-co-op-game-alright-im-in-2000668287 Yakoh Shinobi Ops looks pretty cool.

Title: Metal Gear Solid 4 Is Finally Getting A Port, Won’t Be Trapped On PS3 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:43:37 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/metal-gear-solid-4-is-finally-getting-a-port-wont-be-trapped-on-ps3-2000668326 Metal Gear Solid 4 will be playable on PS5 this August

Title: Kena 2 Looks Gorgeous And Ready To Fill The Horizon 3-Sized Hole In Our Hearts Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:12:43 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/kena-2-looks-gorgeous-and-ready-to-fill-the-horizon-3-sized-hole-in-our-hearts-2000668315 Kena: Scars of Kosmora is coming to PlayStation 5 and PC

Title: Viral Post Comparing Covid To AI Comes From Same Dude Pushing Ugly AI Game Slop Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:09:24 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/the-viral-ai-slop-post-was-made-by-same-guy-from-the-viral-ai-slop-game-2000668276 When the worst type of guy makes the worst type of post

Title: 11 Tips For New And Returning Overwatch Players Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:21:04 +0000 Link: https://kotaku.com/11-tips-for-new-and-returning-overwatch-players-2000668265 Blizzard is bringing in a lot of new players with its new season, so here’s a few tips to get back in the swing of things

Title: Watch the Battlefield 6 Season 2 gameplay reveal here Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:34:14 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-season-2-reveal-watch-times After a one-month delay, we’re finally days away now from the start of Battlefield 6’s Season 2 of live service. The second season is being revealed today, following weeks of teasers, and some Battlefield Labs testing of the first new map arriving with the new season. Read more

Title: Diablo 4’s next class is the Warlock, but you can sort of play it today in Diablo 2: Resurrected’s new DLC Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 10:10:04 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/diablo-4-warlock-reveal-diablo-2-anniversary-spotlight Diablo 4’s segment in the big Diablo 30th Anniversary Spotlight was among the biggest, even if the reason most of us tuned in was somewhat spoiled earlier in the same livestream. Blizzard unveiled the Warlock, the second of two classes coming to the game with the upcoming Lord of Hatred expansion. Read more

Title: Battlefield 6's next season will speed up battle pass progression, and make it so Redsec players who don't own the game can actually make progress Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:04:13 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/battlefield-6-season-2-major-goals-gameplay-changes Ahead of the start of Battlefield 6’s Season 2 next week, Battlefield Studios has shared some insight into a few of the major goals the developer has with the Season 2 patch. The game’s second season was delayed in mid-January, and the developer even brought back Battlefield Labs to test out some of the new content and features coming with the new season. Read more

Title: Watch Diablo 4 reveal the second class coming with Lord of Hatred here Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:56:22 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/diablo-4-30th-anniversary-spotlight-new-class-reveal-watch-times Blizzard has recently been celebrating its major running games by hosting big livestreams to reveal some major changes, and it’s now Diablo’s turn. The Diablo series is 30 years-old, so this all just ties in nicely with some of the reveals planned for tonight’s showcase. Read more

Title: Love and Deepspace ushers in the Year of the Horse with a Wuxia-inspired AU multi-banner and a restaurant management mini-game Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:13:24 +0000 Link: https://www.vg247.com/love-and-deepspace-mortalitys-tenderness-memory-series-launch Love and Deepspace has kicked off the next big in-game moment and is celebrating Chinese New Year with the arrival of a new 5-Star Memory Series. This year's spring-themed banner is available now until February 27, and it comes with a host of events. Read more

Title: PlayStation Is Bringing Back An Unexpected Series With A New, Zelda-Like Spin Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:30:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/playstation-is-bringing-back-an-unexpected-series-with-a-new-zelda-like-spin/1100-6538159/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f For the first time in almost five years, Kena is back. As announced at Sony's State of Play, the sequel to Kena: Bridge of Spirits is coming tp PlayStation 5 and PC later this year. The first look at Kena: Scars of Kosmora features the title character as a more experienced Spirit Guide. The gameplay is also giving off some Zelda vibes as she uses her magic to survive new challenges. In this story, Kena has earned a reputation for her heroism and now helps the living as well as the dead. But she's about to be tested when her magical staff is shattered by a powerful spirit.. Since that staff was helping to keep Kena alive, she'll need to find a new source of magic to sustain her.The game takes place on the island of Kosmora, a mysterious area that's home to its own culture, magic, and spirits. In the absence of her staff, Kena will have to rely on Kosmora's forgotten form of Spirit Guiding, which grants users the ability to use alchemy to bend the elements to their will.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Legacy Of Kain: Defiance Rises Again With New Remaster Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:20:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/legacy-of-kain-defiance-rises-again-with-new-remaster/1100-6538135/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f It's time to return to Nosgoth once again, as today's State of Play revealed a remaster of Legacy of Kain: Defiance is on the way. Released back in 2003, Defiance was the third chapter in the Soul Reaver saga. The big twist here was that Raziel and Kain were both playable characters, allowing players to step into the boots of the vampire lord and his former lieutenant.Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered officially launches on March 3 for PS5 and PS4, and preorders are opening today. Crystal Dynamics is developing the remaster.The remaster features updated HD graphics, a new third-person camera, and wayfinding level maps, along with bonus features like character skins and lost levels, along with a photo mode. A digital deluxe version includes digital comics and a playable demo of Dark Prophecy, the unreleased sequel to Defiance.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Ghost Of Yotei Becomes Legendary With New Multiplayer DLC Coming In March Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:14:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ghost-of-yotei-becomes-legendary-with-new-multiplayer-dlc-coming-in-march/1100-6538161/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f After being teased at last year's Gamescom, fans have their first look at Ghost of Yotei Legends, and it'll be available in March. Legends is a free online co-op mode included with patch 1.5 for all Ghost of Yotei owners. In this mode, players team up with friends to battle powerful, supernatural versions of the Yotei Six.Players can choose from four classes: Samurai, Archer, Mercenary, or Shinobi. Every class can use a katana and ranged weapons, but each one specializes in different combat styles. The Samurai wields the odachi and uses the widest range of weapons. The Archer can fight with a spear (yari) and carry an extra ranged weapon. The Mercenary uses dual katanas and utility-focused skills. The Shinobi fights with a kusarigama and focuses on stealth abilities. Each class can unlock unique armor cosmetics by completing in-game challenges. As players level up, they can earn powerful legendary weapons and gear by taking on harder difficulties. Photo Mode returns, allowing teams to capture action moments together. Between missions, the new Legends lobby offers ways to relax, including combat and archery practice, friendly games of Zeni Hajiki, and Bamboo Strike high-score challenges.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: 4 Loop Has A Giant Rubik's Cube Boss And Alien Berries That Teleport Enemies Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:14:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/4-loop-has-a-giant-rubiks-cube-boss-and-alien-berries-that-teleport-enemies/1100-6538158/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f 4 Loop, the co-op shooter from Left 4 Dead designer Mike Booth and JJ Abrams' studio Bad Robot Games, has a roguelike structure, along with lots of wacky, interlocking systems like alien plant life and and a Rubik's Cube boss. State of Play February 2026 showed off more of what to expect from the recently-announced game. This story is developing.Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Death Stranding 2 PC Port Releases In March Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:11:00 -0800 Link: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/death-stranding-2-pc-port-releases-in-march/1100-6538127/?ftag=CAD-01-10abi2f After some subtle teasing, a PC port for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has officially been confirmed. The PC version will launch on March 19, featuring PC-specific features like upscaling and frame generation, along with support for ultrawide monitors.Preorders are going live today, February 12, on Steam and the Epic Games Store.The PC edition is being made by Nixxes Software, and it will also support uncapped framerates. The PC version can be played with a DualSence controller or mouse and keyboard. Continue Reading at GameSpot

Title: Ghost of Yōtei's free, co-op DLC comes out next month Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:34:49 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/ghost-of-yotei-legends-dlc-co-op-free-release-date-march/ Sucker Punch Productions turned up at the February 2026 PlayStation State of Play with a small surprise: a Ghost of Yōtei Legends release date. Ghost of Yōtei Legends launches on March 10 as a free download for all Yōtei owners.

Title: Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition out tomorrow Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:28:24 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/rayman-30th-anniversary-edition/ Ubisoft has used the PlayStation State of Play to announce a 30th anniversary edition of its 1995 classic Rayman — and it's out tomorrow, Feb. 13.

Title: Pokémon dev's Beast of Reincarnation RPG gets a summer release date Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:27:49 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/beast-of-reincarnation-release-date/ Following its grand unveiling at last month’s Xbox Developer Direct, Game Freak’s Beast of Reincarnation now has a release date. The action RPG will launch on Aug. 4 for PlayStation 5, Windows PC, and Xbox Series X.

Title: TGA winner Kena: Bridge of Spirits is getting a surprise sequel this year Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:19:43 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/kena-scars-of-kosmora-bridge-of-spirits-sequel/ Indie adventure game Kena: Bridge of Spirits is getting a sequel. Kena: Scars of Kosmora will launch sometime in 2026 for both PlayStation 5 and PC.

Title: Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 7 reveals a major change to the Culling Game Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:12:14 GMT Link: https://www.polygon.com/jujutsu-kaisen-culling-game-rule-changes-season-3-episode-7/ Jujutsu Kaisen season 3 episode 7, “Tokyo Colony No. 1,” officially sees Yuji and Megumi enter the Culling Game. The mission to recruit Kinji Hakiri has been completed. Now it’s time to participate in the tournament that sees 1000 sorcerers pitted against each other for survival as a means to further Kenjaku’s master plan for sorcerer supremacy. But the battle royale is already in motion, with a ninth rule added by a sorcerer who was able to gain 100 points. This rule forces Yuji and Megumi to revisit their plan to end the tournament and save Megumi’s sister, Tsumiki, from participating.

Title: GeForce NOW Turns Screens Into a Gaming Machine Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:00:58 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-amazon-fire-tv-app/ The GeForce NOW sixth-anniversary festivities roll on this February, continuing a monthlong celebration of NVIDIA’s cloud gaming service. This week brings even more reasons to join the party, as GeForce NOW launches on a new platform with support for Amazon Fire TV devices, and eight new games to keep the streaming going strong. The new app brings GeForce NOW directly to select Amazon Fire TV devices, so members can jump into their PC game libraries on the biggest screen in the house using a compatible controller. The Cloud Turns Up the Heat GeForce NOW continues to expand access across devices, supporting multiple platforms with the latest additions of Linux. From PCs and Macs to smartphones, browsers and smart TVs, the cloud delivers high-performance gaming to nearly any screen, on more devices than ever. Members tap into GeForce RTX power on the screens they already own, extending the value of their membership without extra hardware or complexity. That reach expands again with the launch of the GeForce NOW app on Amazon Fire TV. GeForce NOW is powering up the living room with the launch of the GeForce NOW app on Amazon Fire TV streaming sticks, leveling up big-screen gaming with PC-quality performance. GeForce RTX performance on Amazon Fire TV. The GeForce NOW app on Fire TV is available now with initial support for the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus (2nd Gen) with Fire OS 8.1.6.0 and later and Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2nd Gen)with Fire OS 8.1.6.0 and later, and Fire TV Stick 4K Max (1st Gen) with Fire OS 7.7.1.1 and later, streaming at up to 1080p60 with standard-dynamic-range graphics using H.264 video encoding and stereo audio. Fire TV owners now have an even more powerful way to play on the big screen. Connect a controller, open the app and stream favorite titles instantly with RTX power behind every pixel — no console required. Cloud gaming has never felt more at home. Stories From the Ninth World Words hit harder than weapons. Torment: Tides of Numenera, inXile Entertainment’s story-focused role-playing game, puts emphasis on choices, characters and dialogue, mixing science fiction and fantasy into a strange, colorful world where every conversation and decision matters. The adventure takes place in the “Ninth World,” a far-future version of Earth built on the ruins of incredibly advanced civilizations. Step into the role of the Last Castoff, a person connected to a powerful, mysterious figure, and get pulled into a mystery that asks one big question: What does a single life truly mean? Expect memorable companions, tough moral choices and plenty of odd, fascinating situations rather than a typical hero-saves-the-world story. On GeForce NOW, this story-heavy experience is easy to jump into, no high-end rig required. Gaming sessions can pick up right where they left off across supported devices, making it simple for gamers to sink back into the Ninth World whenever the story calls. Pixel-Powered Punch Arcade icons and blue‑bomber brawls light up GeForce NOW this week with a retro‑powered surge from Capcom, featuring Mega Man 11, Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection, Capcom Fighting Collection, and the Capcom Beat ’Em Up Bundle. Members can catch them in the cloud, reliving the glory arcade days and timeless showdowns — now streaming anywhere to members’ devices. Gear up, power up, save the future. Mega Man is back — Mega Man 11 is the latest entry in the iconic series that blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh visual style. Hadoukens never age. Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this collection of a dozen Street Fighter titles, four groundbreaking titles let gamers play with friends and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode. Where legends throw down. Capcom Fighting Collection includes 10 of Capcom’s most popular arcade games in one bumper collection, from series such as Street Fighter and Darkstalkers to Cyberbots and the first home console port of Red Earth. It’s the perfect collection for arcade veterans and newcomers alike. Grab a friend and clear the streets. Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle. This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities. Time to Play Twisted. Reanimal is a twisted little nightmare that leans into creepy-cute horror with a co-op twist. Guide a scrappy brother-sister duo through a haunting, off-kilter world where every shadow hides something worse, every puzzle feels like a dare and “sticking together” isn’t just smart — it’s survival. In addition, members can look for the following: Disciples: Domination (New release on Steam, Feb. 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) REANIMAL (New release on Steam, Feb. 13, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Kingdom Come: Deliverance (Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 13) Capcom Beat ‘Em Up Bundle (Steam) Capcom Fighting Collection (Steam) Mega Man 11 (Steam) Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection (Steam) Torment: Tides of Numenera (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Our Reddit community is hosting a giveaway! Here's your chance to win: HOTAS Thrustmaster OneAmazon Fire TV SticksG515 KeyboardG522 HeadsetG502X MouseRacing Wheels (G920/G29) How to enter https://t.co/fZ9mKx9p61#6YearsofGFN — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) February 11, 2026

Title: GeForce NOW Celebrates Six Years of Streaming With 24 Games in February Date: Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:00:53 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-feb-2026-games-list/ Break out the cake and green sprinkles — GeForce NOW is turning six. Since launch, members have streamed over 1 billion hours, and the party’s just getting started. Throughout February, members can look forward to new games, fresh ways to play across more devices and even more ways to bring RTX power to every screen in the house. There’s plenty to celebrate: the February games list kicks off with 24 new games. Start with the 10 new games in the cloud this week, including the launch of Team Jade’s Delta Force and the newest title launching in the PUBG universe, PUBG: BLINDSPOT. Reporting for Duty The ultimate extraction. Delta Force, now boots on the ground and fully deployed on GeForce NOW, brings the tactical first‑person shooter from Team Jade (TiMi Studio Group) to the cloud. The game features high-stakes extraction with an all-out warfare mode, giving players a playground of open environments, vehicles and gadgets to pull off coordinated assaults. Players join elite units tasked with tackling high‑risk missions across sprawling maps, from tight urban incursions to rugged open‑terrain operations. Expect strategic objectives, combined‑arms combat with land, air and sea vehicles, and tense firefights where teamwork and planning are just as important as quick reflexes. On GeForce NOW, Delta Force leans into its high‑octane personality: fast drops, big maps and cinematic engagements that look sharp and feel responsive across devices. Members can squad up from almost anywhere, enjoy high‑resolution streaming and smooth performance, and stay ready for every op without waiting on downloads or big updates before jumping into the next mission. New Mission Squad up. PUBG: BLINDSPOT, a new spin-off set in the PUBG universe from Krafton, expands the franchise with a standalone 5v5 top-down tactical shooter. Set across tightly designed maps, matches focus on information, positioning and coordinated team play, with squads clearing angles, locking down objectives and outmaneuvering opponents in fast, round-based firefights. Every callout and ability use matters, turning each round into a layered tactical puzzle rather than a simple test of reflexes. On GeForce NOW, responsive streaming and sharp RTX-powered visuals keep every angle, rotation and clutch play feeling precise, even on lower-powered devices. With support across a wide range of screens, the cloud makes it easy for the gaming squad to jump right into the action, without lengthy downloads or updates getting in the way. Feelin’ February Kick off GeForce NOW’s anniversary month in style. Here’s what’s in store to start the celebration, with this week’s 10 new additions: Indika (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 3) Menace (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Feb. 5, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) World of Warcraft: Burning Crusade Classic Anniversary Edition (New release on Battle.net, Feb. 5) PUBG: BLINDSPOT (New release on Steam, Feb. 5, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Carmageddon: Rogue Shift (New release on Steam, Feb. 6, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Delta Force (Steam) Fallout Shelter (Steam) Little Nightmares Enhanced Edition (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Roadcraft (Xbox, available on Game Pass) Wildgate (Epic Games Store) In addition to this week’s additions of Menace, PUBG: BLINDSPOT and Carmageddon: Rogue Shift, this game will also be GeForce RTX 5080-ready this week: HumanitZ (Steam) And look forward to the games coming throughout the rest of the month: Disciples: Domination (New release on Steam, Feb. 12) REANIMAL (New release on Steam, Feb. 13) Kingdom Come Deliverance (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass Feb. 13) Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass Feb. 17) Norse: Oath of Blood (New release on Steam, Feb. 17) Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (New release on Steam, Feb. 18) Styx: Blades of Greed (New release on Steam, Feb. 19) Ys X: Proud Nordics (New release on Steam, Feb. 20) Resident Evil: Requiem (New release on Steam, Feb. 26) Arc Raiders (Xbox) DEVOUR (Steam) Torque Drift 2 (Steam) Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power (Epic Games Store) Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince (Epic Games Store) January in the Books In addition to the 14 games announced last month, 21 more joined the GeForce NOW library: Ancient Farm (Steam) The Bard’s Tale Trilogy (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Blood West (Epic Games Store) Bladesong (Steam) Cairn (Steam) The Gold River Project (Steam) Half Sword (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (Steam) The Midnight Walkers (Steam) Paradise Killer (Epic Games Store) Prototype (Ubisoft Connect) Prototype 2 (Ubisoft Connect) Rustler (Epic Games Store) Star Wars Outlaws (Ubisoft Connect, now available on Xbox Game Pass) Styx: Shards of Darkness (Epic Games Store) Styx: Master of Shadows (Epic Games Store) Total War: Three Kingdoms (Epic Games Store) Vampires: Bloodlord Rising (Steam, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 (Xbox, available on Game Pass, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Waterpark Simulator (Steam) Nova Roma is now set to launch in March and will arrive in the cloud when it debuts. Stay tuned to GFN Thursday for more details. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Hopping into this convo. 2016 vs. 2026 For @CandraHastings, it looks like growth – share yours. pic.twitter.com/o9p3oBBQYD — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) February 3, 2026

Title: GeForce NOW Brings GeForce RTX Gaming to Linux PCs Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2026 14:00:49 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-linux/ Get ready to game — the native GeForce NOW app for Linux PCs is now available in beta, letting Linux desktops tap directly into GeForce RTX performance from the cloud. Alongside the expansion comes ten new games, including The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut and The Bard’s Tale Trilogy for a leveled-up gaming weekend. And operators can squad up in Team Jade’s Delta Force when it deploys in the cloud on February 3, bringing high-stakes tactical action to nearly any device with no downloads required. Linux Just Got RTX Gaming on Linux just got a major RTX upgrade. Starting with support for Ubuntu 24.04 and later, the new app delivers a seamless native experience that fits right into Linux desktop workflows. It transforms compatible Linux systems into high-performance GeForce RTX-powered rigs, streaming supported PC titles directly from the cloud at up to 5K resolution  and 120 frames per second, or 1080p at 360 fps. This new desktop-focused app goes beyond the earlier Linux experience that was tuned specifically for Steam Decks, which targeted handheld-friendly resolutions and up to 1200p at 90 fps. The beta Linux app is built for PCs and notebooks, offering an experience similar to the existing GeForce NOW app on Windows and macOS. With GeForce NOW, rendering happens in the cloud, so demanding titles run on a wider range of devices. Experience how RTX technologies — including ray tracing, NVIDIA DLSS 4 and more — bring games to life with RTX 5080 performance from the cloud. Linux PCs and devices join the GeForce NOW native app family that also supports Windows, macOS, Chromebooks, mobile devices, smart TVs and more — unlocking flexible, on-demand gaming anywhere. Download the app today. For more details, check out all knowledge base articles on the GeForce NOW Linux beta app here. A Tale of the Cloud Adventure calls twice with two legendary journeys from inXile entertainment packed with wit, wonder and a few well-placed lute solos. Sing loud, fight hard and out-charm enemies. Get ready to sing, slash and swindle through the wild world of Caith in The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut. This dungeon-crawling role-playing game serves up clever puzzles, tactical turn-based battles and a hearty helping of bardic humor. Whether belting out battle tunes or charming foes into submission, gamers can enjoy an adventure that’s never sounded this good. Relive the songs and chaos that started it all. Plus, step back to where the saga began with The Bard’s Tale Trilogy. This remastered collection revives the classic, old-school dungeon crawling and tongue-in-cheek charm that started it all — now with smoother gameplay and polished visuals. It’s nostalgia wrapped in pure fantasy fun. Hot off the Cloud One mountain, countless close calls. Cairn is a survival-climbing adventure from The Game Bakers that pushes pro climber Aava up the unforgiving face of Mount Kami, a sheer giant that no one has ever managed to summit. Realistic climbing systems, resource management and route-planning turn each wall into a tense, puzzle-like challenge — blending simulation detail with atmospheric storytelling. In addition, members can look for the following: The Midnight Walkers (New release on Steam, Jan. 28, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Cairn (New release on Steam, Jan. 29, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Prototype (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Jan. 29) Prototype 2 (New release on Ubisoft Connect, Jan. 29) Warhammer 40,000: SPACE MARINE 2 (New release on Xbox, available on Game Pass, Jan. 29, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Half Sword (New release on Steam, Jan.30, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Vampires: Bloodlord Rising (New release on Steam, Jan. 30, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) The Bard’s Tale Trilogy (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) The Bard’s Tale IV: Director’s Cut (Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass) Total War: Three Kingdoms (Epic Games Store) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. Name a food item that gives you… +20 health-2 Dexterity — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) January 28, 2026

Title: Flight Controls Are Cleared for Takeoff on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:00:53 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-flight-controls/ The wait is over, pilots. Flight control support — one of the most community-requested features for GeForce NOW — is live starting today, following its announcement at CES earlier this month. Virtual captains can now bring dedicated flight gear into the cloud and feel every roll, yaw and throttle change with even more precision, starting with the Thrustmaster T.Flight HOTAS One. Time is running out on our T.Flight Hotas One MSFS Edition + 1 month of @NVIDIAGFN Ultimate giveaway! How to enter 1. Follow both @TMThrustmaster and @NVIDIAGFN accounts on social2. Repost this and share on your feed 5 winners will be chosen – ends 1/24. pic.twitter.com/B89mGwJoNQ — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) January 19, 2026 Remember to enter the giveaway for a chance to score a T.Flight Hotas One MSFS Edition and one month of a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership — follow Thrustmaster and GeForce NOW, and repost the giveaway post to enter before Saturday, Jan. 24. Also on the horizon, Delta Force from Team Jade (TiMi Studio Group) is coming soon to GeForce NOW, adding another big-name title to the cloud lineup. Get ready for all the action by streaming the four new games in this cloud this week. Pilots Wanted Members can now jump into their favorite flight and space simulation games with a full stick-and-throttle setup streamed right from the cloud. It’s all about dialing in that authentic, hands-on flying experience while keeping latency low and gameplay responsive on GeForce NOW. Full throttle in the cloud. To get right to flying, members can look for a dedicated row in the GeForce NOW app highlighting games that support flight controls, making it simple to spot great titles for putting their new setup through its paces. This initial flight control support rollout is just the beginning, with plans to keep tuning the experience and expand compatibility to more peripherals. Fire up the rig, plug in the Thrustmaster T.Flight HOTAS One and get ready to take off — the cloud cockpit is open and ready for flight. Your Next Mission: ‘Delta Force’ Team Jade’s Delta Force is coming soon to the cloud, ready to drop players into high-stakes extraction with an all-out warfare mode where coordination and precision matter just as much as raw firepower. When it launches on GeForce NOW, members will be able to jump into the action instantly from almost any device, taking advantage of high‑performance streaming to stay locked at smooth frame rates even in the most chaotic firefights. Get ready to squad up, Delta Force is inbound soon. On GeForce NOW, every long‑range shot, helicopter insertion and tense objective push can feel crisp and responsive, whether playing on low‑powered laptops, Macs or mobile devices. The cloud makes it easy to squad up, drop in and get straight to the mission without worrying about downloads, patches or local hardware. New in the Cloud A graceful little robot having the worst day in the universe. MIO: Memories in Orbit is a neon-tinged metroidvania about a nimble little robot waking up on a massive, overgrown ark called the Vessel with nothing but fractured memories and a whole lot of trouble coming its way. Dart through low-gravity corridors, chain together elegant wall-runs, glides and grapples, and tangle with rogue machines as the Vessel itself quietly steals the spotlight — moody, decaying and just alive enough to keep a few secrets. In addition, members can look for the following: MIO: Memories in Orbit (New release on Steam and Xbox, available on Game Pass, Jan. 20) Bladesong (New release on Steam, Jan. 22) Rustler (New release on Epic Games Store, free starting Jan. 22) The Gold River Project (New release on Steam, Jan. 23, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below. If you could fly to any video game destination, where would it be? — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) January 21, 2026

Title: Survive the Quarantine Zone and More With Devolver Digital Games on GeForce NOW Date: Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:00:35 +0000 Link: https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-quarantine-zone/ NVIDIA kicked off the year at CES, where the crowd buzzed about the latest gaming announcements — including the native GeForce NOW app for Linux and Amazon Fire TV sticks, community-requested flight-control support and a stacked AAA lineup for the year. Check out what the creators of the YouTube channels Cloud Gaming Battle and Anytime Anywhere Gaming had to say in their latest videos exploring GeForce NOW at CES: Plus, read what the community said about the upcoming native GeForce NOW app on Linux. The energy continues this GFN Thursday with the launch of Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, Devolver Digital’s most haunting and atmospheric release yet. Check it out along with other top Devolver Digital games on GeForce NOW and nine new games in the cloud this week. Here’s your chance to win a T.Flight Hotas One MSFS Edition + 1 month of @NVIDIAGFN Ultimate. How to enter 1. Follow both @TMThrustmaster and @NVIDIAGFN accounts on social2. Repost this and share on your feed 5 lucky winners will be chosen – good luck! pic.twitter.com/DDxzcGwt8I — NVIDIA GeForce NOW (@NVIDIAGFN) January 14, 2026 And flight sim fans can soar even higher with a Thrustmaster giveaway, featuring the T.Flight Hotas One MSFS Edition and one month of a GeForce NOW Ultimate membership for free — follow Thrustmaster and GeForce NOW, and repost the giveaway post for a chance to win before Jan. 24. Welcome to the Zone Trust no one, file everything. Quarantine Zone: The Last Check drops into the cloud this week, bringing the eerie isolation and grim decision-making of its Steam debut to any device powered by GeForce NOW. Armed with advanced screening tools and instincts, players are put in charge of a critical checkpoint during a zombie outbreak — where one wrong choice could let the infection slip past the post. Screen survivors, manage scarce resources and hold back the undead. Holding the line is only the beginning — reinforce defenses and keep the camp alive as chaos intensifies with each passing day. Quarantine Zone: The Last Check streams at full GeForce RTX 5080 power for GeForce NOW Ultimate members, bringing razor-sharp visuals and ultrasmooth performance to every tense border crossing. Every document check, difficult decision and late-night shift in the guard booth hits harder with maxed-out settings and buttery frame rates, all without long installs or hardware worries getting in the way of the paranoia. No trip through the Devolver catalog would be complete without revisiting its eclectic, chaotic hits already streaming on GeForce NOW. Check out Cult of the Lamb, Ball x Pit, Hotline Miami, Hotline Miami 2: Wrong Number, Inscryption and Enter the Gungeon — where every dodge roll matters and every chest hides mayhem. Each of these titles showcases Devolver’s knack for daring design and unforgettable worlds — now all one click away through GeForce NOW. Time to Play Sink into the shadows and steal everything that isn’t nailed down. Styx: Shards of Darkness sneaks back in with a signature goblin grin and a dagger never too far from trouble. Published by Focus Home Interactive, this stealth adventure leans into vertical level design, tight shadows and sarcastic commentary from gaming’s most lovable little assassin. Expect big, open environments to pick apart, a toolkit full of invisibility tricks, traps and clones, and plenty of chances to turn a quiet infiltration into chaotic improv when plans go sideways. In addition, members can look for the following: Quarantine Zone: The Last Check (New release on Steam, Jan. 12, GeForce RTX 5080-ready) Star Wars Outlaws (Ubisoft Connect, now available on Xbox Game Pass) The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon (New release on Steam, Jan. 15) Styx: Shards of Darkness (New release on Epic Games Store, free on Jan. 15) Styx: Master of Shadows (New release on Epic Games Store, free on Jan. 15) Guild Wars: Reforged (Steam) Mon Bazou (Steam) Tavern Keeper (Steam) Waterpark Simulator (Steam) For Game Pass titles on Ubisoft Connect, reference this article on how to log in. What are you planning to play this weekend? Let us know on X or in the comments below.

Title: Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2 launches Aug 27, 2026 on PS5 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:43:37 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/02/12/metal-gear-solid-master-collection-vol-2-launches-aug-27-2026-on-ps5/ In today’s State of Play, we revealed Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2, the second installment of the definitive Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection, launching August 27 this year on PS5!  Please enjoy the announcement trailer below:  The package includes Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots, originally released on PS3, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (the PS3 HD Collection version of the PSP original) and the series’ first handheld title Metal Gear: Ghost Babel (launched on handheld in 2000), which will be selectable within the Bonus Content section of the Collection.  Each game includes a scenario book containing the text from the respective title, plus a master book offering detailed insights into the story and characters. The digital version of the Collection also includes Metal Gear Solid: Digital Soundtrack Vol.2, featuring numerous iconic tracks that enhanced Snake’s missions, ranging from BGM used in the games to vocal songs. New to the games? Here’s the story synopsis and closer look at each.  Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots In an era where PMCs (private military companies) have risen to the top, war has become a business and the driving force behind the world economy. Controlling the top five PMCs from behind the scenes is Liquid Ocelot, who fanning the flames of war even further, plans an insurrection with the goal of creating a world where warriors can lead fulfilling lives—a goal shared by none other than Big Boss. Under the theme of “Sense” watch as the final battle of the man with Big Boss’s genes, Solid Snake, unfolds. This title includes additional features like improvement in the internal resolution, increase of the maximum frame rate and customizable button control settings. Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker In 1964, after saving the world from all-out nuclear war, Naked Snake, a true hero, receives the name Big Boss, but he disappears shortly after the naming ceremony. Ten years later, Big Boss is running an independent military unit in Columbia, when he is visited by two individuals from Costa Rica, a country without a military.  In a post-Cuban Missile Crisis world, and in a Central America essential to maintaining the power balance between East and West, Costa Rica has been miraculously able to maintain peace. However, a mysterious armed group has been seen acting suspiciously throughout the region. They request Big Boss to investigate and eliminate the armed group. Though he hesitates to accept the request because the tape they brought contained the voice of The Boss, who was supposed to be dead. This title includes the addition of customizable button control settings. This title can be played online in CO-OPS, a cooperative mode for 2 to 4 players, as well as in VERSUS OPS, a competitive mode for up to 6 players Metal Gear: Ghost Babel Early 21st century. An incident of unprecedented magnitude sends shockwaves through the highest levels of the U.S. government: A prototype bipedal armored vehicle, Metal Gear, has been seized along with its nuclear payload by an armed group. In a radical response to this crisis situation, the government calls in Solid Snake, the expert in infiltration missions who single-handedly brought down the fortress state of Outer Heaven seven years ago. The order given to him is to infiltrate into enemy’s headquarters called “Galuade” and destroy Metal Gear. Solid Snake by himself stands up against the impregnable armed fortress. But there awaits him is an unknown mercenary group who call themselves “Black Chamber.” Dark connections to the past, truths hidden behind the closed door are starting to be laid bare. So is the huge conspiracy surrounding Metal Gear… This title includes additional features like screen filters, pixel-perfect, screen settings, rewind function and customizable button control settings. Pre-order Bonus You can receive in-game items usable in each Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version). Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Bonus: Cardboard Camouflage Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version) Bonus: Uniform:LOVE BOX Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 Save-data bonus If you have save data for any title included in Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1, you can receive in-game items usable in Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots and Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version) respectively. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots Bonus: Gold Camouflage Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version) Bonus: Uniform:GOLD Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2launches on August 27, 2026 for PS5 and is available to pre-order on PlayStation Store from today!  And we can confirm a final post-launch update is coming to Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1* which adds new visual updates to the games in the collection. Please look forward to this launching today. Additionally, to commemorate today’s new announcement, both Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.1 are both available for a discounted price on PlayStation Store for a limited time**. *Internet connection required to download the update. **PlayStation Store promotion may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store for more details.

Title: 007 First Light: new story trailer debuts at State of Play Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:37:56 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/02/12/007-first-light-new-story-trailer-debuts-at-state-of-play/ We’re excited to share a brand-new story trailer for 007 First Light, offering PlayStation 5 players a deeper look at IO Interactive’s original take on the origin of James Bond. In 007 First Light, players step into the role of a young Bond at the very beginning of his journey, before the tuxedo, before the martinis, and before the number. Watch the trailer below to get a first taste of the story you’ll experience in 007 First Light. Set against a backdrop of global intrigue, the story trailer follows Bond as he is recruited into MI6 and pushed into situations that test not only his skills, but his judgment and resolve. We have crafted a completely original Bond story, one that stands on its own while still respecting the legacy of the character. In 007 First Light, you will experience the pivotal moments that define Bond’s early career, the relationships that shape him, and the high-stakes missions that begin to forge his reputation. In the trailer, you can catch early glimpses of Bond’s exploits in Iceland, which puts him on MI6’s radar as a potential recruit for its newly revived 00 programme. Still untested and sometimes reckless, this younger Bond must quickly adapt to the rules and authority of his new environment, where initiative is not always rewarded, and obedience is often expected. Entering the world of espionage largely on his own, Bond finds an unexpected advocate in M, who recognizes his potential as an agent capable of taking control when situations turn desperate, and of completing his objectives by whatever means necessary. Standing in contrast is John Greenway, a former 00 agent and the training instructor for the new programme. A disciplined, by-the-book operative, Greenway’s strict philosophy clashes early with Bond’s instinctive and improvisational approach to the field. Despite their differences, the two are forced to work together as the resurgence of 009, a former British operative now turned rogue and on the loose, emerges as the 00 programme’s first real test in the field. The pursuit takes Bond across the globe, from the quiet Carpathian Mountains to the dangerous black market of Aleph, ruled by the unpredictable Bawma, portrayed by Lenny Kravitz. With 007 First Light, we have built a Bond gaming experience from the ground up, blending the sharp tension of espionage with the bold spectacle the franchise is known for. The game combines focused, narrative-driven segments of gameplay with more open areas that offer players greater freedom in how they approach objectives, encouraging the creativity and player agency that have been synonymous with IO Interactive games. Stay tuned for more announcements regarding 007 First Light as we get closer to the game’s release. 007 First Light launches on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro on May 27, 2026. Pre-order now and get an upgrade to 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition at no additional cost.

Title: Announcing open-world action RPG Project Windless for PS5 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:36:42 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/02/12/announcing-open-world-action-rpg-project-windless-for-ps5/ Today is a big day for us at Krafton Montréal Studio. We finally get to share a first look at Project Windless, our new open-world action RPG coming to PlayStation 5. This is a project we’ve been quietly working on for years, and it feels great to finally bring you into the world we’ve fallen in love with. If you haven’t seen it yet make sure to check out our announcement trailer:  Project Windless is set in the universe of the acclaimed Korean fantasy series The Bird That Drinks Tears.  When we first discovered the novels, they immediately stood out. This was not a classic Western fantasy setup. It was stranger, darker, and more tragic. In many ways, it was also more human. In this world, each race has its own worldview and its own complex history. Conflicts are never clean or heroic. The world felt ancient and lived-in, full of places we wanted to explore. We quickly realized that this universe naturally fits an open-world experience, a place where you can wander, discover, and get lost in its mysteries.  Instead of adapting the story you might know, we decided to go way back in time. We went over a thousand years before the events of the books and explored a turning point that the novels barely touch on. In this forgotten age, the land is divided, and as tensions rise, you step into the role of a mythical figure whose actions will shape the birth of a new kingdom. From the beginning, we wanted Project Windless to feel like your world, not ours. We made it an open world with as little hand-holding as possible. You are free to chart your own course, the world rarely forces you in a single direction. Whether you’re exploring on your own, delving into a hidden story, or preparing up for a massive battle, we want your journey to feel personal and authentic, full of unexpected moments. Instead of guiding players step by step, the world is designed to encourage curiosity, to take risks, to forge alliances, to wage war, and ultimately to decide what kind of legend you, as a player, want to become. One of the big early questions we had was: who should the player be in this world? We kept coming back to one answer: the Rekons. Rekons are a nomadic warrior race of humanoid birds, known for their immense physical strength and size. From the moment we started prototyping, everything clicked. Their speed, reach, and physical presence were perfect for the one-versus-many combat fantasy at our game’s core. What truly defined them for us, though, was their complexity. They are powerful, yes, but they are also solitary, with strong personal beliefs and vulnerabilities, including a well-known fear of water. These traits made them feel more real and helped us create a strong, memorable protagonist who is not invincible. We also challenged ourselves to create a combat experience that feels different from what you usually see in action RPGs, something bigger and wilder, driven by the raw chaos of battle. As a Rekon warrior, you often fight dozens (sometimes hundreds) of enemies at once. To be clear, these crowds aren’t just visual noise. Brought to life through innovative mass technology, they move, flank, surround, and react to your actions, turning every battle into a living, unpredictable spectacle. You might cut through swarms or face giant creatures that dominate the battlefield. Every encounter pushes you to read the situation, adapt, and react in the moment. We can’t wait for you to experience it for yourself. This is just the beginning, and we look forward to sharing more about the world and the journey that await. Project Windless is currently in development for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Pro.

Title: Yakoh Shinobi Ops brings four-player co-op shinobi stealth action to PS5 in 2027 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:34:17 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/02/12/yakoh-shinobi-ops-brings-four-player-co-op-shinobi-stealth-action-to-ps5-in-2027/ We’ve just revealed the first trailer for Yakoh Shinobi Ops in State of Play. What did you think? This four-shinobi co-op online stealth action game is developed by Shueisha Games and Acquire, pioneers of ninja stealth action. Yakoh Shinobi Ops is scheduled for release on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Four shinobi become one to infiltrate, deceive enemies, and complete their missions  In Yakoh Shinobi Ops, four players take on the role of shinobi, working together to infiltrate heavily guarded enemy territory. Enemy soldiers patrol every corner, traps lurk in the shadows, and danger is everywhere. Only by combining their unique abilities can the four shinobi accomplish their mission. While the game can be enjoyed solo, we believe the experience truly shines when four players collaborate as one unified force. Hide in darkness. Deceive your enemies. Survive at all costs. And when death closes in, trust your instincts to escape. We’re developing Yakoh Shinobi Ops to deliver this kind of hardcore, pulse-pounding stealth action experience. The unstoppable Pursuer At the core of the game is relentless tension, driven by the ever-present “Pursuer” that hunts the shinobi without mercy. The Pursuer cannot be defeated. To be caught is certain death. Its presence alone fills every mission with overwhelming fear, forcing players to stay alert at all times as they push forward toward their objective. To survive, shinobi must make split-second decisions—finding places to hide, moving silently through enemy territory, and sometimes sprinting at full speed to escape danger. Unique ninjutsu abilities Each infiltrating shinobi wields different ninjutsu abilities. One uses a grappling hook to climb to high places, another destroys walls to forge new paths, one conceals allies with smoke screens, and another distracts enemies with firecrackers—when each understands their role and acts in coordination, they can overcome missions that would be nearly impossible alone. Each shinobi excels in different situations, and flexible role distribution according to circumstances is key to success. Perfect coordination The shinobi lurk in darkness while constantly making quick decisions about their next move, advancing in sync with their teammates. For example, coordination is required such as checking guard positions and lines of sight from a bird’s-eye view, then advancing all at once when an ally deploys a smoke screen. Cooperative play is also crucial, including reviving and rescuing fallen comrades, carrying teammates to high places, and simultaneously operating devices within enemy territory for quick activation. In dangerous enemy territory where a single mistake can be fatal, perfect coordination among all four is essential to successfully complete the mission. Mix and match roles or specialize in the same abilities together; your tactical flexibility determines victory. Survival & escape For the shinobi, surviving and returning alive is also a critical element of the mission. Leaving one’s corpse exposed in enemy territory is the greatest shame for a shinobi, and mission rewards will be greatly reduced. The escape after completing many missions carries a different tension from the infiltration. As the time limit approaches, the shinobi must evade the surveillance of guards and the Pursuer to reach the extraction point. The more you play, the more powerful equipment you’ll unlock, letting you craft your own custom loadout. Experiment with different combinations to find the build that matches your playstyle, then challenge yourself with increasingly difficult missions. Yakoh Shinobi Ops launches on PlayStation 5 in 2027. Stay tuned for more in the future!

Title: Mina the Hollower launches Spring 2026 on PS5 Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 22:31:51 +0000 Link: https://blog.playstation.com/2026/02/12/mina-the-hollower-launches-spring-2026-on-ps5/ Calling all adventure-seekers! We have some glorious news for you! Our bone-chilling action-adventure game, Mina The Hollower, will launch in Spring 2026!  A lot of hard work, joy, tears, cheese, and love went into this expansive game’s development journey! Mina the Hollower is more ambitious than anything our studio has created before. Mina takes place in a large, densely packed, interconnected world made up of dozens of distinct areas. There are over 25 unique bosses and mini-bosses to encounter, 60 trinkets to discover, weapon upgrades, a level up system, new game plus, hundreds of gameplay modifiers, a fishing mini-game, tons of puns, and so much more. We put our hearts and our future into this game and we believe it is a worthy follow up to our beloved blue burrower, Shovel Knight. We implore you to hollow into Mina’s world of monsters and mystery this spring.  Meet Mina Mina is a whip-wielding Hollower and visionary inventor! If the people of Tenebrous Isle don’t know her by name, they’ve almost certainly benefited from her work! Some naivete has accompanied her posh upbringing, but she always strives to do what’s right. The story thus far… Having been gone for years, Mina the Hollower now returns! Commissioned by the visionary Baron Lionel, Mina once built the Spark Generators – radiant towers that transformed the Isle into a bustling and industrious place, bringing peace and prosperity to all. But now, the generators are malfunctioning, and a creeping evil is growing closer to the center of the island in Ossex, the only area still running at full power. Mina must descend once more into a now cursed world. Choose your path Your main quest is to reach and restore the 6 failing Spark Generators. Each one lies far from Ossex and is guarded by a ferocious boss. Some routes may be more difficult or hold unique rewards, and you won’t always need to press to the very end. You’ll also never need trinkets or special equipment to progress. So, choose your path and tackle the challenges in whatever order you prefer! Pick your playstyle Mina’s combat leaves space for you to play the way you want. You’ll level up your stats (ATK/DEF/etc), choose and upgrade your weapons, stack trinket abilities, and equip powerful Sidearms to create your very own unique build. Make a balanced build or go for a high-risk / high reward like a glass cannon juggernaut. Early on, you choose one of three weapons: Nightstar – a long-reaching mace that controls space and rewards positioning BlastStrike Maul – a heavy hammer that charges up and hits hard, but still allows for quick evasion. Whisper & Vesper – Nimble daggers built around speed, aggression, and precision Every weapon has lots of subtleties to discover, as well as upgrades that let you do even more! Experimentation is encouraged. Bones are the currency of Tenebrous Isle. They’re used to buy items and to Bone Up (level up)! You’ll pick them up in the world or earn them by defeating enemies. If you collect enough, you will automatically Bone Up. When you Bone Up, you choose a category to improve. You can increase your Attack or Defense, improve your Sidearms, convert your Bones into Bonestone, or wait and save them for something else. But be careful not to die when you’re holding too many, or you could lose it all… There are a whopping 60 trinkets to find in-game. Trinkets are equipables that grant stackable passive abilities. You can equip and unequip them at any time in your base, the Underlab. We hope you’ll enjoy discovering how Trinkets work in tandem and finding combinations that tilt the odds in your favor. Find Sidearms in the field. They use Joules, so keep an eye out for Joule Jars. Sidearms are lost on death. Break objects to find more. Used at the right moment, they can be very powerful! For example, the Volt Hatchet arcs forward and makes a shockwave on impact, the Gyro Dagger returns to you like a boomerang, and the Recall disc lets you warp through danger and explode. Other Sidearms let you throw, dash, block, summon, or even fish up all sorts of things! It’s almost here, and the demo’s out tomorrow There’s so much more to unveil about this 20+ hour adventure, and you won’t have to wait long. In the meantime, you can hollow into the limited-time demo on PS5 tomorrow! It features the game’s opening stage and concludes with the first major boss fight.  All progress made in the demo will carry over to the full game at launch! We look forward to welcoming you into the complete experience this spring. 

Title: Make what you will of ZA/UM's Zero Parades with this lengthy look at gameplay ahead of a demo later this month Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:48:50 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/make-what-you-will-of-zaums-zero-parades-with-this-lengthy-look-at-gameplay-ahead-of-a-demo-later-this-month If there is anything that is concretely true about the upcoming Disco Elysium follow-up Zero Parades, it is that it is certainly a new RPG from ZA/UM. Everything else, well, that depends on who you ask, and where they lie in the messiness that has been in and around the studio these past few years, but a ZA/UM game in name it is. And now there are two opportunities for you to form a more direct opinion about Zero Parades, and its quality therewithin. Read more

Title: Peter Molyneux plays the hits in an in-depth-but-not-too-in-depth gameplay trailer for Masters of Albion Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:10:42 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/peter-molyneux-plays-the-hits-in-an-in-depth-but-not-too-in-depth-gameplay-trailer-for-masters-of-albion There is certainly something to be admired in Peter Molyneux's commitment to infinitely overpromising right through to what is meant to be his final game, Masters of Albion. I'm not saying I admire it, but someone might. And while I truly have no horse in the race regarding the quality, or potential lack thereof, in Masters of Albion, its latest gameplay trailer certainly does at least suggest it'll be a true as it can be Molyneux game. Read more

Title: Pick up a dose of joy in Lil Gator Game's underground, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom-esque expansion In The Dark, out now Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:01:20 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pick-up-a-dose-of-joy-in-lil-gator-games-underground-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-esque-expansion-in-the-dark-out-now Back when Lil Gator Game arrived in the forgotten year of 2022, it received RPS' coveted Bestest Bests badge because, well, it was just so darn delightful! And in the years since, developer MegaWobble have been tinkering away at a seemingly Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom influenced bit of DLC. Which, as it just so happens, has just been released today! Read more

Title: A day after launch, Starsand Island's devs address those user agreement, modding, and fake review concerns Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:03:52 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/a-day-after-launch-starsand-islands-devs-address-those-user-agreement-modding-and-fake-review-concerns This is probably a sentence that could be said literally any day of the week, but a new cosy farming sim is on the block, this time taking the form of Starsand Island. The flavour on this occasion is of the anime variety, with some slightly goofier farming mechanics (i.e. turning your watermelon patch into one singular, 10 foot tall watermelon), some very Pokemon Legends: Arceus looking combat, and some appropriately cute animals to hang out with. And there's skateboarding! But never do launches go all that smoothly, as developer Seed Sparkle Lab have had to do a dash of damage control regarding some concerns over the game. Read more

Title: ShipShaper is a chill boat builder with a demo you can use to make sleek sloops or beastly barges Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:56:23 +0000 Link: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/shipshaper-is-a-chill-boat-builder-with-a-demo-you-can-use-to-make-sleek-sloops-or-beastly-barges The fine frigate which serves as the featured image for this article is called the Stately Gunwale. That's not a name I, the boat's creator, gave it. It's a name ShipShaper's demo automatically assigned my vessel when I picked the set of colours I wished it to be painted. Quite frankly, I doubt I could have dreamed up a more fitting moniker for my deliberate attempt to fling something funky onto the high seas. Read more